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Alumni Speak
Harshil Karia: Class of 2005
Founder, Schbang
My time at the Dhirubhai Ambani International School taught me two important lessons.
The first one was that 'learning' is a lifetime process and it doesn't stop. Almost every
member of the faculty ingrained this thought in me at every opportunity. Before that, I
was under the delusion that you finish your degree and life begins. It is at DAIS that I
understood that learning is one of the core tenets of life and an integral part of one's
purpose – one only has to recognise it. The second lesson was that excellence requires an
eye for detail. Right from the way the course is structured to the way the school is run, at
a very young age one gets to understand the value of being meticulous. And one sees
how the approach of getting into the details can make an everlasting impact.
Natasha Sabharwal Chhatrapati: Class of 2005
Senior Director, Resource Allocation and Analytics, Sanofi Global
My years at DAIS are unforgettable – going in as the first graduating IB class we had no
benchmarks or track-record, just a blank slate to start our journey. DAIS gave me truly an
all-round education with endless opportunities to explore and immerse in music, dance,
theatre, MUN and more. I grew with the school and discovered my likes, dislikes,
strengths and weaknesses. Supported by world-class faculty and resources, I was always
challenged to think big and applied to university programmes that I probably would have
never thought to apply on my own. Thirteen years into my professional career, I continue
to be inspired by my DAIS peers who have developed themselves as multi-faceted leaders
across a variety of academic and non-academic fields. My life is coming full circle now
after becoming a DAIS parent. The school's strong foundation and its continuous effort
to reinvent itself, made my decision for my son to join the DAIS family an obvious one.
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Sara Ali Khan: Class of 2013
Actor
For me, DAIS will always be synonymous with laughter, enthusiasm, excitement, learning
and growth. I was very privileged to have had an extremely balanced and constructive
schooling experience. The same people that taught me how to fit into society also
exemplified discipline and focus for me. The faculty of the school was instrumental in
making me understand and value the importance of a well-rounded education – that
included physical activities, interactive games, yoga, and dance and, of course, at the
centre of it all was a solid foundation of academics and general knowledge. From taking
part in the annual day plays where I acted on stage for the first time; to thoroughly
enjoying my science classes and getting a 100 on my science board exams; to writing a
history thesis for the IB that I referred to even while at Columbia University, I truly believe
that DAIS was a perfect amalgamation of personal, social, physical and mental
education. And I know I am who I am today because of all those years. I thank all my
classmates, the faculty and the Heads at this school for giving me the fondest memories
and the most constructive learnings.
Armaan Biviji: Class of 2014
Music Composer for Films and TV
Studying at DAIS was truly one of the most cherished memories and experiences I have
ever had. As part of the first batch of Class II students in 2003, I spent the next 10 years
receiving a profoundly multifaceted curriculum of education and development that DAIS
offered. Going beyond the usual scope of in-depth and extensive subject-based studies,
DAIS imbibed a fortifying critical thinking approach. This set us up with a lifetime of
innate analytical skills, enabling us to prosper across any career we chose to embark on.
Growing up in DAIS, I learned about my strengths, weaknesses, and passions, and the
final years at the school ensured we excelled well through our post-IB lives. From college
placements to intercultural and diversity awareness, it is fair to say that a DAIS alumnus
could flourish anywhere in the world they choose.
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